Chocolate Mousse Charlotte Recipe

This decadent Chocolate Mousse Charlotte is a family favorite, perfected over 30 years! Effortlessly elegant, this recipe combines creamy chocolate mousse with delicate ladyfingers for a dessert that's sure to impress. Get ready for rave reviews – it's surprisingly easy to make!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 568.8 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Mousse Charlotte

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How to Make Chocolate Mousse Charlotte

  1. Line the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with ladyfingers, trimming as needed to fit snugly.
  2. In a large bowl, prepare a 3.9 oz box of instant chocolate pudding mix according to package directions, using 2 cups of whole milk.
  3. Add 1 cup of heavy cream to the chocolate pudding mixture.
  4. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently pour the mousse into the prepared ladyfinger-lined pan. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the mousse to set completely.
  6. (Optional) Before serving, garnish the top with additional whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

105g

Fat

106g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Mousse Charlotte?

Chocolate Mousse Charlotte takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Mousse Charlotte?

Chocolate Mousse Charlotte has approximately 568.8 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 54 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Mousse Charlotte?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Mousse Charlotte are Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix, Ladyfingers, Milk, Heavy Cream, Whipped Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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